Twisted Fate vs Malzahar MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Twisted Fate vs Malzahar

Updated Jun 1, 2026

Overview

Twisted Fate aims to control the wave and hold Gold Card threat to create pick opportunities against Malzahar.
Maintain medium lane pressure to prevent Malzahar from pushing freely and gaining map presence.

Trading pattern

Trade short bursts by threatening Gold Card when Malzahar steps forward, avoiding his Malzahar R suppression window.
Use Q and autos to chip Malzahar while respecting his passive spell shield and Malzahar Q silence.
Avoid all-ins without Gold Card ready, as Malzahar's suppression can punish extended trades.

Danger windows

Be cautious when Gold Card is down, as Malzahar can punish with his suppression and silence.
Malzahar's ultimate channel is a lethal all-in threat; avoid extended trades when Malzahar R is available.
Roaming without wave control risks losing mid pressure and allowing Malzahar to push freely.

Early game

Use Q to clear Malzahar E and Voidlings early to deny his push and keep wave control.
Avoid extended duels before Gold Card is ready to prevent getting locked down by Malzahar's suppression.
Prioritize wave priority to enable safe roams and punish Malzahar's predictable lane pattern.

Power spikes

Twisted Fate's major spike is level 6 with R for global pressure and pick setups.
Malzahar's major spike is level 6 with Malzahar R suppression, which must be respected.
First completed AP or utility item enhances Twisted Fate's trading and roaming potential.

Win conditions

Win by controlling the wave to enable safe Gold Card trades and timely roams with R.
Punish Malzahar's predictable push by crashing waves and creating side lane pressure.
Use Gold Card stun to pick off Malzahar or overextended enemies before or after level 6.